2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 361 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Econovan | XJR |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3170 mm |